You've done it! You've taken the first important step on your road to a new exciting career.
You're going to receive a call from one of our career advisors who can answer any questions you might have, but in the meantime we'll send you at a career brochure in the post jam packed full of really useful information!
Everyone who joins the My Four Wheels team benefit s from nothing to pay for the first 2 weeks of their franchise, 2 FREE driving school weeks per year thereafter, the ability to earn an extra 2 FREE franchise weeks for good performance and also have the option of either £400 cash back every year or £10 reduced from their fees for franchise contributions.
The below matrix is based on our most popular franchise with a nearly new car, an average lesson rate of £32 and the driving instructor taking a reduced £10 weekly fee for insurance contributions.
| Hours per week | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR 1 | 24 | 32 | 40 |
| Fees from pupils | +£768 | +£1024 | +£1280 |
| Franchise fees (inc car) | -£210 | -£210 | -£210 |
| Fuel spend | -£65 | -£90 | -£115 |
| Car insurance | -£10 | -£10 | -£10 |
| Weekly income | £483 | £714 | £945 |
| Hours per week | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR 2 & 3 | 24 | 32 | 40 |
| Fees from pupils | +£768 | +£1024 | +£1280 |
| Franchise fees | -£190 | -£190 | -£190 |
| Fuel spend | -£65 | -£90 | -£115 |
| Car insurance | -£10 | -£10 | -£10 |
| Weekly income | £503 | £734 | £965 |
There's never been a better time to become a driving instructor in Birmingham. With record numbers of learner drivers waiting for lessons and hourly rates at an all-time high, our urban area instructors are busier than ever.
Ever wondered what it's really like to be a driving instructor? In this video, we explore the everyday rewards and long-term benefits of joining the profession - especially when you do it with My Four Wheels in Birmingham.
From financial freedom to personal satisfaction, becoming a driving instructor offers a career that's both fulfilling and flexible.
Earning potential of up to £50,000+ per year
Flexible hours and better work-life balance
Making a real difference in people's lives
Working as part of the UK's most trusted driving school
Our fleet in Birmingham includes modern, well-maintained vehicles that learners love. You'll teach in a car that's comfortable, safe, and makes a great impression.
As a self-employed instructor in Birmingham, you choose when to take time off. No requesting leave — just block out your diary and enjoy your break.
You set your own diary in Birmingham, meaning you work only the hours you want. Enjoy a genuine work-life balance that suits your lifestyle.
Complete your training and you're guaranteed a position with My Four Wheels in Birmingham. We even refund your training fees over time.
Work with My Four Wheels in Birmingham for one year and we start refunding your training fees on a weekly basis — up to year 3. Your investment pays itself back.
Every learner in Birmingham progresses differently. The best instructors adapt their teaching style to match each student's needs, whether they're nervous beginners or confident drivers needing fine-tuning.
Busy roads in Birmingham can be stressful for learners. Your ability to stay calm and reassuring during challenging driving situations will set you apart as an instructor.
As a driving instructor in Birmingham, excellent customer service will help you retain students and build a reputation. This includes being approachable, understanding, and professional.
Students in Birmingham are counting on you to show up on time and follow through on your commitments. Being dependable is essential for building trust and credibility with your clients.
A positive, encouraging approach makes a huge difference for learners in Birmingham. Celebrating small wins and maintaining an upbeat attitude helps students build confidence behind the wheel.
You must have held a full UK driving license (or an approved foreign license) for at least three years.
You cannot have been banned from driving in the last five years and should have no more than five penalty points on your license. This ensures that you are a safe and responsible driver yourself, a key factor when teaching others.
We provide your complete study kit — textbooks, training manual, and unlimited access to the My Four Wheels Academy where Birmingham trainees study for Part 1.
Study from home in Birmingham with our 24/7 platform. Interactive lessons, video content, and mock tests let you prepare at a pace that works around your life.
Your assigned Part 1 specialist knows exactly what the DVSA tests require. They'll keep you focused and confident as you prepare in Birmingham.
Successfully pass the DVSA Theory and Hazard Perception tests — the first milestone towards your ADI qualification in Birmingham.
You'll refine your driving to DVSA instructor level through structured coaching. This means smooth control, excellent observation, and confident decision-making across Birmingham's roads.
Practise alongside a fellow trainee in Birmingham during 8 hours of paired in-car sessions. Our Buddy System is proven to improve confidence and test readiness.
Track your Part 2 progress, watch driving technique videos, and test yourself with quizzes on the My Four Wheels Academy — available 24/7 to Birmingham trainees.
Pass the DVSA Part 2 exam and prove your driving ability meets the professional standard required to teach in Birmingham.
Learn to structure lessons, give clear feedback, adapt to different learner needs, and manage on-road risk. These are the core skills for instructing in Birmingham.
Practise teaching real driving skills under expert supervision in Birmingham. Combined with online learning, this intensive programme prepares you thoroughly for the final exam.
The My Four Wheels Academy provides Part 3 video demonstrations, lesson planning tools, and mock assessment scenarios to build your confidence as a Birmingham instructor.
Pass the DVSA Part 3 exam and become a fully qualified Approved Driving Instructor, ready to teach in Birmingham and beyond.
A trainee licence lets you start earning in Birmingham after Part 2. Teach real pupils, gain confidence, and build your skills ahead of the final qualification step.
Nothing prepares you for Part 3 like actual teaching. In Birmingham, you'll work with a range of learners and develop the adaptability every great instructor needs.
The My Four Wheels Academy stays with you through the trainee stage in Birmingham — video resources, lesson plans, and progress tracking to support your development.
Transition from trainee to confident instructor, earning income in Birmingham while building the real-world skills that make Part 3 feel natural.
Ready for a fresh start? Our DVSA-approved training programme is designed to help you become a fully qualified driving instructor in Birmingham - even if you're starting from scratch.
In this video, we walk you through how our industry-leading training works and why so many trainees choose My Four Wheels to launch their new career.
Step-by-step overview of the ADI qualification process
How we support you through Part 1, 2 and 3 of the training
Access to expert trainers and real in-car experience
Guaranteed position upon qualification
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